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Cree introduces SiC 650V MOSFETs targeting EVs, data centers and solar

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650V devices, which use Cree’s third-generation C3M MOSFET technology, deliver up to 20% lower switching losses than competing silicon carbide MOSFETs and provide the lowest on-state resistances for higher efficiency and power dense solutions, the company said.

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Geely supporting Danish initiative on e-methanol with vehicle trials in Aalborg

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Geely Holding has been developing methanol vehicles and green methanol technologies for more than 17 years. The company has launched more than 20 methanol vehicles and obtained more than 256 patents for methanol technologies. In the quest to reach carbon neutrality, methanol and electric vehicles are two powerful tools in the toolshed.

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ams introduces new position sensors for high-speed electric motors for vehicles

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The sensors incorporate new DFS (Dynamic Filter System) technology for more accurate, low-noise position measurements at rotation speed. The DAEC (Dynamic Angle Error Correction) technology in the sensors enables almost zero latency at high speed, for ultra-accurate, real-time angle measurement. This combination is unique to ams.

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NEC introduces 12V Li-ion battery line for stationary applications

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NEC Energy Solutions, along with NEC Corporation, has announced production availability of the Li-ion ALM 12V35 product line of 12-Volt batteries utilizing Nanophosphate lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO 4 ) technology from A123 Systems. All ALM 12V35 models are available now and are shipping to initial customers.

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AeroVironment introducing new TurboDX charging station at CES

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Built on an open network, TurboDX offers the ability easily to change network providers without having the added cost of switching or purchasing new hardware. TurboDX has already started shipping and is available now. Owners can choose from a variety of Open Charge Point Protocol ( OCPP )-compliant network providers.

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Intelligent Energy tech lead in €3.5M EU DIGIMAN program to advance fuel cell stack mass production; Toyota the automotive partner

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UK-based Intelligent Energy is the program’s technology lead with overall coordination provided by CEA Tech-Liten. The reduction of the production cost of fuel cell systems to be used in transport applications is one of the five techno-economic objectives of the FCH, and DIGIMAN fully contributes to the overall strategy.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency. A CNG vehicle reduces CO 2 emissions by about 25% compared to a gasoline-driven equivalent.